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Epidemiologist, Level 1, 2, or 3

(Based on qualifications/experience)

 Posted Date: May 9, 2024Closing Date: May 19, 2024

Position Type: 1 Full-time Position

Location: Southwest Public Health District/Albany, Georgia

Paygrade: L, M or N/Salary Range: $58,547.06-$78,955.29

Job Code: HCP180, HCP181, HCP182

We offer: 13 paid holidays, Educational Support Leave, 3 wks. Annual Leave & 3 wks. Sick Leave earned in first year, a defined benefit retirement plan plus (employer matched) 401(k) plan, Health and Flexible Benefits (Dental, Vision, Legal, Long-Term Care, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Spending Accounts).

General Nature of Work

·Provides outstanding customer service

·Conducts epidemiologic investigations, surveillance, and interventions to implement methods of disease control and prevention

·Collects, analyzes, and interprets statistical data and prepares epidemiological reports

·Maintains HIPAA standards related to Privacy and Security

·Respond to Public Health Emergencies

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in public health or closely related field from an accredited college or university OR Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field.(Please mail or bring a copy of College Transcript or Diploma to Interview—must have official transcript prior to start date. This position requires the ability to lift up to 45 lbs., and the ability to bend and reach up.

Preferred Qualifications

·Previous employment with any state's Department of Public Health or a County Board of Health

·Experience conducting epidemiological case investigations and disease outbreak investigations

·Experience with disease surveillance and research design

·Experience collecting and analyzing data and statistical information

·Experience creating presenting and formal presentations

·Computer skills (Microsoft Office suite), SPSS, SAS  

A State Merit Application for Employment must be received by this office no later than the deadline. Highlight any experience related to the Preferred Qualifications. This position may require driving company vehicles (Valid driver’s license required) and working some evenings and weekends during special events such as health fairs and responding to disasters. Selected applicant must consent to a motor vehicle record assessment. Points should be less than 10 and/or not negatively impact insurance rates for the agency. Drug screen, criminal background check and immunization records may be required. If selected, male applicants between 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. All information submitted is subject to verification.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.